Boat
Livewell
How to fish a livewell for Live Baiting, Trolling, Drift Fishing.
Characteristics
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Habitats
Freshwater, Saltwater
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Methods
Live Baiting, Trolling, Drift Fishing
Tank
Insulated container body holds water to keep bait alive and active.
Lid
Sealed cover prevents water splashing out during boat movement.
Aerator
Pump and hose system infuses oxygen into the water for bait health.
What fish can you catch with a livewell?
What is a livewell used for?
A livewell is a pumped tank that keeps bait — or a catch — alive on the boat.
How is a livewell different from similar gear?
Circulating water, not a dry box. Live baiting, trolling, and drift.
When should you use a livewell?
Use it whenever the bait must swim at the hook and the session is longer than a bucket of water lasts.
What problems does a livewell solve?
It keeps baitfish alive in summer heat that would kill a still bucket in half an hour.